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Makar Sankranti, which honours the Sun God Surya, is a seasonal celebration that also bears religious connotations. This year, the festival falls on Monday, January 15.
Makar Sankranti marks the end of winter and the start of longer days as the sun moves northward. This period is known as Uttarayan and is considered to be very auspicious. Makar Sankranti is celebrated a day after Lohri, and it falls on Sunday, January 15 this year.